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Newspaper
Southern Illinoisan
Location
Carbondale, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jun 27, 1977
Page
6
In Conneaut Ohio AP feature by John Barbour about Good Samaritans who saved strangers, including Dorothy Kochs Don Hemphill and Christal Lynn. They bear scars from a gasoline truck explosion and insist they would act again despite pain and trauma.
The Carnegie Hero Fund praises bystanders who thwart crime and danger, with profiles of Dorothy Kochs, Regrets? none, who defended two officers, and Alex Patitsas who lost his legs stopping a threat. Psychiatrists note such acts stem from altruism and high ideals, while winners continue aiding others and rebuilding lives.
A humorous essay on how retired parents struggle to balance new roles with their grown children. The narrator recalls calling her Mother who juggles organ lessons, rockhounding, beauty classes, art projects, and social duties while her own family needs attention. The piece highlights distance and busy schedules in old age.
A terse personal reflection on iron deficiency and misunderstandings within family. A narrator recalls a middle aged mother and feelings of isolation, frustration, and seeking empathy. The piece centers on personal health struggle and perceived lack of understanding.
The Eurma Hayes Center hosts a weekly 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. session in its Conference Room at 441 E. Willow St Carbondale titled Simple First Aid Methods. Nurse Chris Berkowitz demonstrates handling bee stings burns cuts poisoning plants broken bones fever choking and snake bites along with swimming safety. Classes are free and open to the public with child care for ages over two.
Pamela June Parrott and James Samuel White announce their engagement. Parrott, daughter of Rev. and Mrs. Henry T. Parrott of Marion Kentucky, attends SIU Carbondale pursuing a master's degree and is a graduate assistant in the School of Music. White, son of Mr. and Mrs. Ceoil V. White of Thompsonville, studies at Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary Fort Worth and is SIUC graduate. An August 12 wedding is planned at Walnut Street Baptist Church in Carbondale.
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